Many homes throughout the area are showing their holiday spirit this season. A beautiful variety of lights can be seen along Marine View Dr. SW from the southern edge to the northern edge of Normandy Park, near Burien. Specifically you won't want to miss the lights of Rick and Vicki Johnson at 18602 Marine View Dr SW. The Johnson's get together every year (6th) with friends from their car club to put out a spectacular display. Beginning around November 1st they take their vast accumulation of holiday treasures down from special shelves in their home and work at a fever pitch to create each year's show. No two years are alike. Different ideas, new pieces and lots of creativity.

Vicki, a local realty agent, gets the credit for the genius behind the displays. Rick, spends his days at Boeing and his nights hooking up the many circuits to keep it running. We didn't ask about the electric bill, but the number extension cords and fuses alone might shock you.

This is the last of four shows the Johnson's do annually. They have a display at Easter, The 4th of July, Halloween and Christmas. Why? They love to share the spirit of the season

If you go, expect a short walk up the driveway to a pleasant viewing area. Visitors are encouraged to get out of their cars for a good look. Inside the home are two more miniature layouts with spinning wheels, train depots, villages, cars and delightful scenes the kids will enjoy too. There's even a room called Looney Tunes. The best part of all....it's free!

The Johnson's usually keep the lights on from dusk to 8 or 9 p.m. everyday, so get there when you can, but respect their privacy after that.